The Drake, a Hilton Hotel

140 East Walton Place (Chicago) 60611

Featuring stunning views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago Drake hotel is 3 minutes' walk from Oak Street Beach and 1 mile from Navy Pier. This hotel built in 1920 includes the bar Coq d’Or and elegantly designed guest rooms.
Each spacious room at The Drake provides deluxe bedding and marble bathrooms. Guest rooms offer a flat-screen HD TV with HBO and an iPod docking station. They are furnished with a refrigerated minibar and coffee facilities.
Cape Cod has been an icon in Chicago for 83 years serving traditional Land & Sea dishes. The restaurant will be closing its doors Jan 1, 2017 as the hotel undergoes a historic renovation. Chicago afternoon tea is available in the Palm Court with live harp music.
Guests at the Drake Hilton Hotel can shop at the on-site clothing store and gift shop. A convenience store and foreign currency exchange services are also available.
Lincoln Park Zoo is 2.4 miles from this hotel in Chicago. The John Hancock Center is less than 5 minutes' walk away.

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What people say

Our stay at The Drake was wonderful! We booked a deluxe room with a view and were able to check in early. Our room was very spacious with 2 huge windows looking onto the lake and Oak Street Beach. The hotel even sent a complimentary bottle of champagne to our room for our anniversary! The staff were all very friendly, especially the bellman that recommended some great breakfast places. I would definitely recommend this hotel.all reviews »
This is an historic hotel and maintains that sense of service and elegance. Perfect location on the lake & Michigan Avenue. Live music in the lounge & in the more fomal space off the lobby. Service was excellent! It's a little pricier than we usually like to pay but was perfect to celebrate a birthday.Beautiful lobby. Very clean. Room was very nice and quiet. Beds were extremely comfortable with down comforters. Extra roll-in bed was great; just like a twin bed with down bedding also. All staff was extremely courteous, friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay at the Drake again. .
A real classic American type hotel in a big city, and very close to being a luxury hotel; it feels like an institution in the true sense of the word.
The Drake really has atmossphere, and the staff is truly friendly.
The staff and facilities where amazing. The location is great for
shopping on the Magnificent Mile and was near the cta "L"
stations. The staff was always helpful, friendly snd accomidating.
Gorgeous historically rich building that been well maintained. Wonderful location, walking distance to great food and shopping, short cab ride to Navy Pier. Truly fantastic place!.
The overall experience was magnificent, the in house shops, albeit over the top pricey restaurants with sub standard portion servings, were outstanding. Very nice ambience.
The overall atmosphere was traditional luxury Chicago. Very nice lobby and halls. At the heart of Chicago, almost everything can be reached on foot. Nice view of the lake.
Welcoming and very helpful staff especially the concierge staff. We so appreciated the advice from Andrea Behrstock before we arrived and other during our visit.
Classic hotel overlooking the lake, with the luxury one would expect
from an old-style luxury hotel. Spacious, comfortable, excellent
service, attentive staff.
I loved the fact the hotel has retained the old world style, décor, ambience, In fact I just loved everything about the hotel. I can't wait to go back!.
Friendly staff, great location for walking, great food and coffee. Drake Bros. staff really friendly and nice. Great breakfast buffet!!.
Love historic charm
Room was spacious
Twin bed - seemed over-sized
Location
Floral arrangments
Entertainment options.
Location was within walking distance of the beach, shopping, restaurants, nightlife and tourist attractions.
Great service I miss place my wallet in the Bar and great follow up with the security staff and front desk.
Everything! The staff members were exceptional, the food was good and the our room #8740 was lovely.
our suite was wonderful. Bathroom could have been a little cleaner. The location for us was ideal.
We liked the view from the window: Michigan Avenue and the Lake.
Great room overall for the money.
The location and the staff were incredible!!! The lounge was also very entertaining!!.
The facility is great. The conceriege team is great! Food and service also excellent.
Elegance, helpfulness of concierge, attention to detail, size of room, view of lake.
Beautiful large room, great view, good restaurants, historic hotel with character.
I love the old traditional hotel feel and beautifully decorated for Christmas.
WE loved the location of the hotel and we loved the room. It was just perfect.
Spacious room. A room with two queen beds and two bathrooms. Ornate designs.
Fantastic location, opulent hotel at reasonable price, really lovely place.
Bedding, lovely bathroom, spacious hallways, outstanding concierge service.
Location near Michigan Ave was great. No complaints on sevice or
facility.
Magnificent building. Very nice employees
Beds were very comfortable.
Location was perfect close to shopping area, and staff was great .
Staff friendly and helpful, room clean and service excellent.
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Normal Hilton breakfast.
The Palm court, the view from the hotel room and location.
Lobbies beautiful, staff friendly, location excellent.
Classic, elegant, historic and excellent service.
I loved the ballroom. It is so so elegant.
Comfortable
Beautiful lobby
Great location.
Staff was super friendly and kind.
The staff and location were great.
Friendly staff, beautiful hotel.
Most of the staff and location.
Service, accommodation,.
The old-school elegance.
Centrally located.
Door man for info.
Location
Staff.
Great service!.
Location.
Staff.
old-fashioned luxury, nice white comfy bed. Highlight -- when we arrived a bellman, Chris, stopped us on the entry steps and said, "excuse me, we have a policy at the Drake that when we see such a beautiful couple we have to help them!" as he grabbed both our bags. Delightful.
We were charged for a bottle of water from room service that we didn't take, but the front desk took it off right away when it was pointed out.
Got a good deal but is visually too pricey to be a regular visitor.
Difficult to say; I like the place!!
Possibly a few minor details that do not matter.
Some issues with the in-room air conditioner that could not be fixed
during our stay.
A little pricey, but "fair" given the location. Few spots on the hotel had excess wear that need attention.
The linited dinng offerings and associated pricing. Not a good value for what you get.
The rooms need somehow refurbishment especially closets and doors. The room was a liitle cold.
There was no free WiFi in the room. At the prices of the rooms I would expect this service. We also had very noisy neighbors that could be easily heard through the adjoining wall.
The Drake seems not to have noticed that Internet is considered a
necessity. Charging extra for it (they charge a whopping $12.95 per day
and per device) seems like asking to pay extra for essentials like a
toilet or a shower. That is just plainly out of date.
Parking was $65 per night - very expensive. Glad nearby parking was $40 per night and the Drake provided in and out privledges.
Not terribly impressed with the breakfast buffet and there was obviously a smoker on our floor so we endured the smoke fumes for several days. At times we could smell it in our bedroom. Housekeeping should have been able to tell which room it was when they cleaned.
We did not like the dust on some furniture. The bath door was making
huge noise while we were opening or closing it. It, definitely needs
some adjustment.
no pool.
nothing.
Parking rates are obscene, hate having to pay for WiFi.
The temperature control is very poor in the hotel.
I didn't like that the gift shop did not have the Christmas ornament that I wanted.
Table lamps are basic. Power outlets are not conveniently located.
Nothing!.
Being an old hotel. Rooms are small compared to a modern hotel.
None.
Impersonal.
Room was very small compared to other Hilton Hotels we have stayed at.
Shower did not work.
The main corridors had dishes in them for hours. The corridors had dirt in them that needed vacuuming. The bathrooms tub/ showers needed cleaning and the tub bottom was very odd.
No free wifi for guests. We were surprised to have to pay $13/day
for Internet.
Valet parking: I paid $65.00 for valet parking and when it was time to pick my car up, I was told to wait in the lobby for 15 minutes. After waiting for 1/2 hr, I went to where the man was standing and I saw my car there. I asked why he didn't tell me my car was outside, he commented that he was busy. NO TIP FOR HIM.
Can't think of anything.
If I go to Chicago again I would try to stay at a place that offers free internet service. At nearly $300 a night with taxes I belive internet service should be included. To pay another $12 is a money grab.
Have to pay for wi-fi.
Confusion on rates!!!
Drake vs. letsbookhotel.com...
A bit stressful but after a few days of discussion...worked out..
too much airco in the meeting rooms.
The cavalier attitude of some of the employees. Example: when checking in no doorman was available so we had to carry our own bags.
I got stuck on the elevator for 0 min- they didnt offer a discount or a
voucher nothing- they way they treat me was very cold.
Not a darn thing!.
Could hear next door through a connecting door.
Tub didn't drain properly.
We laughed so hard when we opened the curtains and our view was ..the fire escape!! Of course! This cliche was the harbinger for what would be a slightly disappointing visit to Chicago.

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15:00 - 23:00

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Children and Extra Bed Policy

All children are welcome.One child under 18 years stays free of charge when using existing bedding.One older child or adult is charged USD 30 per night in an extra bed.Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

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No deposit will be charged.

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VAT and city/tourist taxes

15.4 % Tax is not included.Service charge is included.City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet

Wi-fi is available in public areas and charges are applicable.Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 9.95 per 24 hours.Wired internet is available in the business centre and charges are applicable.Internet via TV is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 10.99 per 24 hours.

Meal Plan

Breakfast is not included, breakfast menu is available and costs vary.

Parking

Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 30 per day.Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 49 per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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We never charge your credit card when you make a reservation - you will pay for your stay at the hotel. Our reservation service is free of charge, without any administration fees. Cancellation is also free of charge unless it is clearly stated. We take the privacy of your personal data very seriously. All your personal data is encrypted and processed securely. More information can be found in our terms and conditions and privacy statement.